Soba with Sesame Sauce

Soba with Sesame Sauce is a delightful and nutty Japanese dish that combines the earthy flavors of buckwheat noodles with a creamy sesame sauce. This gluten-free pasta is quick to prepare and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Soba with Sesame Sauce
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Soba noodles - 100 grams
  • Tahini - 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
  • Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Honey - 1 teaspoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame seeds (toasted) - 1 tablespoon
  • Water - 3 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Cook the soba noodles according to the package instructions, usually about 6-8 minutes in boiling water. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a small bowl, combine tahini, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked soba noodles with the sesame sauce. Toss well to coat the noodles evenly.
  4. Serve the soba noodles in bowls, garnished with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Buckwheat is rich in antioxidants and may help lower blood pressure.
  • Sesame seeds are a good source of healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.

Tags

JapaneseGluten-FreePasta Dish